Welcome to Look for the Red Hair: The Travel Tips My Friends Always Ask For

It all started with a pint (or three) of Magners in an Irish pub on a solo trip to Amsterdam, right before this crazy pandemic hit. The bartender was making fun of me for going to an Irish pub and not ordering Guinness. While tipsily browsing social media, I had the brilliant idea of creating a drunken travel blog. By “drunken,” I literally meant sharing all kinds of shenanigans and tips from various bars across the globe.

In hindsight, no one wants travel advice from a tipsy twenty-something at a pub in Amsterdam who won’t even order a Guinness. (And yes, I’ve since corrected that—I ordered Guinness in Dublin, thank you very much.) Fast forward five years, and I have a new vision: sharing my travel insights with you, this time mostly sober.

Why I Started This Blog
Travel isn’t just something I do when I can squeeze it in—it’s a way of life. I often hear people say, “Do it while you can,” but for me, it’s so much more than that. Whether I’m wandering through cobblestone streets in Europe, soaking up the sun on a breezy island, or hunting down the perfect slice of cake in a city café, every journey has its own rhythm. I love uncovering those moments of magic and sharing what I’ve discovered—partly so you don’t make the same mistakes I did!

When I’m not traveling, I’m either dreaming about it, planning for it, or answering questions about it. This blog is my way of saying, “Here are all the tips, tricks, and stories—so you don’t have to send me that 2 a.m. text when you need recommendations for your next trip.”

What You’ll Find Here
Yes, this is a travel blog, but it’s not just about places—it’s about how to experience them. Here’s what you can expect:

City Guides: Honest recommendations for where to eat, drink, and explore, whether you’re in Edinburgh or Manhattan.
Solo Travel Hacks: Practical advice to help you plan stress-free adventures and embrace your independence.
Travel Tips: Everything from keeping your routine intact in another country to navigating the ins and outs of working abroad.
Wine Adventures: If there’s a wine tour, I’m there—and I’m going to tell you all about it.
Coffee Shops and Sweet Treats: The best spots to get your caffeine fix or indulge in something sugary and decadent.

What’s Next?
To kick things off, the first few posts in my Porto series are live!

The Best Douro Valley Wine Tours from Porto Reviewed: A full recap of one of the best day trips from Porto, including my top tour picks (and why), plus a review of the tour I took.
2 Days in Porto: A Complete Itinerary: How to make the most of just two days in Porto—where to eat, what sights you can’t miss, and what’s skippable.

Coming next, I’ll dive into one of my favorite places in the world, Amsterdam:

Not Worth the Hype: What to Skip in Amsterdam: De-influencing the social media hotspots that are better on Instagram than in real life.

Stalk Me?
This blog is just the beginning! Follow my Instagram @lookfortheredhair for my latest adventures, must-try recommendations, and drool-worthy dessert pics.

I also want to hear from you! Have a question? A destination you’d love me to cover? A favorite dessert you think I absolutely need to try? Drop a comment, DM me on Insta, or send me an email.

Now, let’s paint the world red.